Vietnam veterans honored with special ceremony

Vietnam veterans were honored for their services in a special ceremony Monday night.

Posted: Nov 20, 2017 11:45 PM

Updated: Nov 21, 2017 1:12 AM

Posted By: Brittany Tyner

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) - Vietnam veterans were honored for their services in a special ceremony Monday night.

A commemorative ceremony of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War was held at the Indiana Veterans' Home.

The Daughters and Sons of the American Revolution sponsored the event. It was a way to provide a thank you for veterans.

Tippecanoe County Judge Sean Persin was the keynote speaker. He oversees the Tippecanoe County Veterans Treatment Court, which helps veterans when they get out of jail.

"That starts with treatment, jobs, housing all the basic needs that you have. We've got a team that's in place that is trying to surround them with resources needed to get their life back," said Judge Persin.

The veterans at Monday's ceremony were also presented with special certificates and pins.

COVID-19 Important links and resources

As the spread of COVID-19, or as it's more commonly known as the coronavirus continues, this page will serve as your one-stop for the resources you need to stay informed and to keep you and your family safe. CLICK HERE

Closings related to the prevention of the COVID-19 can be found on our Closings page.